Hadley Family Capital

Direct investing arm of Hadley Family Office focused exclusively on supporting acquisition entrepreneurs through search funds and entrepreneurial acquisitions, providing value-add operational expertise

Greater Toronto Area, Canada Est. 2018

Investment Requirements

Revenue (ARR)
Flexible
Valuation
$500K - $3M
Target Industries
B2B Software
Geographic Focus
North America Europe Asia-Pacific

Company Overview

About Hadley Family Capital

Hadley Family Capital is the direct investing arm of Hadley Family Office focused exclusively on supporting acquisition entrepreneurs through search funds and entrepreneurial acquisitions, providing value-add operational expertise.

Company Overview

  • Founded: 2018 as part of Hadley Family Office
  • Headquarters: Greater Toronto Area, Canada (based outside Toronto)
  • Focus: Search fund investments and entrepreneurial acquisitions
  • Structure: Family office direct investing arm

Investment Criteria

  • Investment Size: $500K - $3M USD typical range
  • Maximum Investment: Up to $3M USD (with capacity for larger deals through family office)
  • Ownership: Typically represents 10-20% of cap table
  • Board Participation: Board seats where value-add opportunities exist
  • Investment Types: Equity and growth equity

Target Profile

Hadley Family Capital focuses on:

  • Profitability: Enduringly profitable businesses
  • Revenue Model: Recurring revenues preferred
  • Margins: Strong EBITDA margins
  • Market Position: High switching costs and market defensibility
  • Industry: Industry agnostic approach

Geographic Focus

  • Primary Markets: USA and Canada
  • Secondary Markets: UK and Australia (selective investments)
  • Approach: Concentrated geographic focus with deep market knowledge

Portfolio Performance

With 8 completed acquisitions from 17 search entrepreneurs backed:

  • Aerosweep: Aviation debris management solutions
  • Shell-O-Matic: Industrial automation and robotics solutions
  • 6 Additional Acquisitions: Undisclosed portfolio companies

Investment Philosophy

  • Long-term Partnership: Flexible, long-term investor approach
  • Entrepreneur Support: 17 search entrepreneurs backed total
  • Value Creation: Operational expertise and strategic guidance
  • Family Office Backing: Access to additional family office resources

Search Fund Focus

Hadley Family Capital specializes in:

  • Traditional search fund structures
  • Entrepreneurial acquisition support
  • Operational value-add services
  • Long-term partnership with entrepreneurs

Value Proposition

Hadley Family Capital offers entrepreneurs:

  • Direct family office backing with patient capital
  • Operational expertise and value-add services
  • Flexible investment structures (10-20% ownership typical)
  • Long-term partnership approach
  • Access to broader family office network and resources
  • Geographic diversification across North America and select international markets

Competitive Advantages

  • Family Office Structure: Access to patient, flexible capital
  • Operational Focus: Hands-on value creation approach
  • Selective Geography: Deep expertise in core markets
  • Entrepreneur Centric: Focus on supporting acquisition entrepreneurs
  • Track Record: Proven success with search fund investments

Portfolio Companies

Aerosweep
Aviation debris management solutions
Shell-O-Matic
Industrial automation and robotics

Founder Testimonials

"Hadley Family Capital's investment in Aerosweep is a standout success story. By leveraging their operational expertise and utilizing an airport in their portfolio, they helped Aerosweep train its sales force, get an inside view to the customer, and begin to grow its presence in the North American market. This experience reinforced the importance of being an active, value-added investor."
Equity Avenue Team
Aerosweep (Search Fund) (2023)

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Last updated: October 6, 2025

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